Getting Here (probably a good place to start:-)

If you are flying out of the U.K, you will not find many Tour Operators who offer accommodation on our part of the island, so it's usually best to travel independently using a low cost airline, such as easyJet and book your own accommodation through one of the many online booking portals. This is often a much cheaper way of doing things in any case. Here are some useful tips on getting the best deals:

Flights & Onward Travel:
Flights from the U.K normally take between 2 - 2.5 hours maximum. There are simply too many carriers to mention here, but it's a good move to shop around. The so called low cost airlines may not always offer the best price for when you want to travel. The best bet is to use one of the flight portals who will search for the lowest fare for your specific requirements over a range of airlines and give you the best quote. Use our Links section to find out more about travel portals.

Once out of Palma International Airport, the easiest way to reach Ca'n Pastilla is by bus. The 21 Service operates between the airport and Arenal between around 6am and midnight. Ca'n Pastilla is around 10 minutes into the journey and will be recognisable when the bus announcement states "Hotel Linda". The flat single fare is currently €2 (correct Nov 2009). Taxi's are a complete rip off if you are travellling to and from the airport, so avoid them if possible. A 4 minute journey to Ca'n Pastilla can cost up to €20!

Alternatively, you can get the Number 1 bus (from outside the arrivals hall) into Palma and then transfer on to either the Number 15, or 23 bus. All of these will bring you directly into Ca'n Pastilla. If you are unsure of when to alight, Ca'n Pastilla is around 10 minutes from Palma in light traffic and is the first major town you will encounter. If in doubt, simply keep an eye out to your right, and alight as soon as you see the sea! The cost of the combined bus journeys should be no more that 4 Euro's. Quite a saving over the taxi option, and once you are here you can usually find a friendly local who will take you back to the airport at a fraction of the cost of a regular taxi.

Accommodation:
You can find some absolutely blinding deals on accommodation in Ca'n Pastilla and down through the Playa de Palma beach to S'Arenal. The trick is of course to avoid the school holidays like the plague if you can, but it's even possible to find a good deal during peak periods if you are prepared to take some time looking for them. We've frequently found 4 star accommodation out of season for less than £20 per room/per night! Use our Links section for the best websites to use for this.

The Weather:
The island of Mallorca enjoys a mediterranean climate, which means that we enjoy a good deal of sunshine throughout the year. It can become very hot during the summer months, but our winters are usually fairly mild (by British standards), so you'll probably enjoy the weather at any time of year! You can find the current temperature on our homepage by clicking here.

Local People:
British tourists are welcomed here in Ca'n Pastilla. There is one simple rule to follow when visiting, and that is to remember that you are a visitor in a foreign country. Respect the locals and they will respect you.

Cautionary Note: If you should fall from grace with the Spanish authorities, you may well live to regret it. Prisons here are not so full as the ones back home, so there is plenty of room for accommodating those who do not want to abide by the law. This is a friendly town, and the no-nonsense approach by the Gardia Civil (local police force) ensures that it stays that way.

Despite the fact that Ca'n Pastilla has many British bars and restaurants, the village has a very International feel to it, with Germans, French, Dutch and people from around the world mixing together well. It is not unusual to find bars full of a variety of nations all enjoying watching their team play against one another at football, cricket, rugby or any number of sports on the big screens.

Getting Around:
The best way to explore the local area, and Palma itself is by using the cheap, clean and reliable bus services. You can get from Palma City right down to the end of the Playa de Palma at S'Arenal for the equivelant of around 70p!

If you are planning on travelling further afar, then it's a good idea to hire a car, and again this need not be too expensive if you shop around. Mallorca has an excellent road network, and providing you take the usual precautions when driving, you can probably see most of what you'd like to during a week long visit.

Maps:
You will find a simple map of Ca'n Pastilla by following this link or a map of the whole beach can be found here. Alternatively, if you are feeling a little more adventurous, why not take a look at the whole Playa de Palma on Google Earth - it's quite an eye-opener. Find out more by clicking here.